Sebastian’s POV I descended to the floor, crippled by the ecstasy of Sarah’s fangs piercing my flesh. Never had I allowed another vampire to drink from me in two hundred years. Blood sharing allowed another to see memories and feel the other’s emotions. It could create a link between blood shares if it happened frequently. I was a duke with influence. Many women tried to lure me with blood to their beds, but I was never tempted. I didn’t want the complications of a partner or a lover. Though I was drawn to Sarah’s innocence in the vampire world, intrigued by her strong will and desire to learn. Holding her roused curiosity. I didn’t want to let go. The world fell away silently, and Sarah’s wet tongue glided over my skin, leaving a trail of fire. My blood ignited into liquid heat. I p

